Can You Actually SAVE Money Driving A Ford F-150 Hybrid? Here Is My MPG After a Year Of Ownership! 

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I think more people need to do the math before getting too wrapped up in worrying about mileage. People talking about trading their truck to save a couple mpg which calculates approximately to around $3-$400 a year with $4 gas with the average driver. Which would obviously be less if gas goes back down. Don’t spend $15k or more on a new truck to save $4k and justify by saying you’re saving so much $ on gas….just admit you want a new truck.

The biggest advantage I can see with the Hybrid is having a built-in battery and generator for a travel trailer. If you're going to do a lot of off-grid camping hauling generator and fuel for it, just being able to use the truck for your power needs is a big plus. I would love to see someone do a Hybrid in the Heavy Duty segment with a diesel. It would be a great truck for people who live full time in a camper.

I think if you have a camper trailer, the generator option is by itself what makes this truck the best. No need to have a large, loud generator, just turn the truck on generator mode. I would like to see more videos of this on camping

I just took my 2 month old powerboost on a road trip from southern CA to almost the Oregon border around 1700 miles. Conditions were pretty ideal. Hot, low wind and mostly flat. I ended up getting right about 23 MPG overall, as advertised. This was with my wife and 2 younger boys and about 500 lbs of stuff in the bed covered with a hard tonneau cover. I was pretty happy with that.

The beginning of this video brings back bad memories of filling up my 2013 F150 5.0. Credit card would top out at 100$ and Id have to hang up the pump and start over. 36 gallon tank. 😂

I appreciate the detail and info you guys have on this channel. Almost to 1 million subs! Keep up the good testing/videos 👍🏻

I finally went from a V8 5.4l triton 4x4 to the 2.7l ecoboost 4x4, and I love it. I live in SW Oklahoma and drive all over north Texas and Oklahoma, and so far I actually get the mileage that was posted on the sticker, if I’m pushing into the crazy wind it gets couple miles lower doing 75-80 mph, but with the wind pushing me I get what it says sometimes a little better, except when I’m pulling my pontoon boat (which is like dragging a deployed parachute) I get around 7-9 mpg doing 60-70 mph which I’m fine with. Couldn’t be happier and hopefully everything keeps going great with my 2022 f-150 XL STX 4x4 crew cab.

thanks for honest review Andre, love your work. My 4x2 supercab 2.7T gets 23-24 at high speed level ground. 28 MPG at 60mph. love it.

When I am doing just nice easy country highway driving, usually at 63-67 or 53-57 MPH, I am getting 22-24 mpg in my XLT with the 5.5' bed and a tonneau cover. But if I drive 70 or 80 MPH, then MPG drops a bunch more, down to 19 or so. I always use 87 octane gas. Overall, having got the truck in late October, driving through the winter with tires aired down a bit for traction, my total is 19.9 mpg. I am seeing MPG go up since I aired up the tires last week. Aall that being said, MPG isn't the reason I got it. Being able to idle with the engine off, or stop and go when I pick my daughter up from school, with no exhaust, is more important to me. Also, when working on things outside, I can keep it in Generator mode and be running a refrigerator or tools, and it only comes on for about 2 minutes an hour to recharge the engine. I plan on doing that when camping this summer. I am also glad that I won't have the sides of my truck rusting away like so many drivers do here in Wisconsin, from the salt on the roads. Aluminum siding = peace of mind there. But I did have the undercoating put on mine, due to Ford's track record with rusting undercarriage from the moment leaves the factory. Lastly, sometimes on an empty road or when getting on the freeway, it is fun to just floor it and feel the punch of speed with the e motor and the turbos! So I think there is more to it than just the numbers. For someone needing best freeway driver, Silverado would probably be better. A plug-in hybrid truck would be my ideal I think, as wouldn't worry about running out of charge when camping, but could drive pretty much just on electric for daily driving. Either way, I am polluting significantly less than I was driving my Ram 1500, and that is the most important to me. And, as the last poster noted, I wanted a new truck!

I love my 2019 ram limited. But between City and highway driving in northeaster PA through the mountains I’m looking at about 17 mpg average. I have a Honda Fit that is my daily driver, so mpg isn’t quite as important as it could be for me. So if mpg is your primary concern then it seems this hybrid should absolutely be on your list of potential trucks to buy.

I love your videos Andre! I recently bought a Lariat Powerboost and love it. I only wish instead of MPG's I'd like to see cost per mile vs diesel trucks. I traded my 2.7 F150 because I recently bought a camper to tow. It's unladen weight is 6600 pounds.

Andre, Thanks again for keeping it real. 😁

I recently traded my Volkswagen Atlas in for a 2016 2.7L f150 Sport, and I honestly couldn't be happier. This truck is beautiful inside and out, LOTS of power and pep for this little turbo engine, and the gas mileage is the best I've ever had with any vehicle - even my wife's Kia Sorento. A tank of gas will cost me around $250'ish (in Canada), and will last me IF I push it for 4-5 weeks, compared to my Atlas, this is huge considering I was filling up every week (about $90 at the time) this is a daily driver -- grocery shopping//trips//family dinners//kid activities//work etc.. etc.. I highly recommend this engine if you're looking for a truck that doesn't need a lot of towing power.

City fuel economy + 7.2kW generator feature is what makes me want one. It would be amazing if the next gen Powerboost could do realistic highway driving.

The ford maverick makes a great road tripping truck. Really good highway MPGs, comfortable, and enough capability to do what you need once you get there.

A lot of it can be linked to your commute. I recently got rid of my '15 Ecodiesel with a 3:55 ratio 4x4 due to my new longer commute and it hated it 18 mpg, but when I lived in Co 22.5-25 mpg all day. Was $130 a week and thankfully before the $5 gallon diesel arrived or it would be nearly $200 a week. Even my "long term rental" '22 Elantra does 33-38 mpg rated at 41 mpg hwy which is 90% of my driving still cost me $70 a week now. I didn't need my truck every day of the week like some do so get it if you can't do this, but also remember it isn't worth trading in for 2-4 mpg better and starting all over in a new loan for $15 a week. I do 85 miles just on my commute closer to 100 or more daily for runaround and errands. If you want a new truck just wait for them to catch up production and get a discount.

Love my 2021 powerboost! The extra power and electric power while driving in town is what I purchased it for. When I head to the mountains for moose season a full EV is a no go, I cannot plug it into a tree lol.

I would really appreciate, if you can come up with a video comparing this with the old GM 2 mode hybrid system and show a comparison of tech, fuel efficiency, reliability, capabilities ( include towing ). We can see how much tech changed in last 14 years .

Awesome info, I bought one thanks to you

Thank you for the info!

I have a 2021 F 150 powerboost hybrid and really enjoy the 7.2 kw inverter/ generator- I’m puzzled that ford or Toyota haven’t offered a plug in hybrid - a vehicle with 60 miles electric-only would transform the economics of truck ownership allowing most owners to avoid gas entirely during the week with gas kicking in for long distances or towing….no range or winter endurance issues…no issues with lagging charging infrastructure and the first past the post winner would capture many drivers intrigued but not yet convinced about electricity….

You should do an eco challenge/ hypermile challenge... Like highway speed at 55 mph .... Most Highways here in Canada is only 80 kph/ 50 ish mph... Lots of wind resistance difference from 55 to 75

My father told me that the estimated EPA is based on 55 mph. If you watch your tach you will see the difference between 55 mph and 75 mph not to mention wind, hill's and traffic

Andre I special ordered a truck just like yours for the 2022 model year, my only difference is atlas blue and 6 1/2 ft bed. $49.800 got the 7.2kw too can't wait to get it mabe in May or June. Thanks for helping me with my new truck decision!

One cost savings in having a hybrid is replacing brakes. The regen braking greatly extends the life of brake pads and rotors. Most prius owners never have to replace their brakes for the duration of ownership.

Love the truck. Ready for the 100k update!

Thanks Andre for the video, actually based on your feedback I bought a 2022 Powerboost Hybrid in early Feb, and it is just 1 month now, and my experience is great. It is a capable machine, you focussed on MPG, but II think people buying a 70k focus more on the capability and fun part more. THis truck is very powerful, torque is excellent so I am loving it, it does cost more than 2.7l but the 5-8k worth to my understanding. You have suggested premium octane, any specific reason or just better fule efficiency.

I love my 2.7 2019 F-150 XLT with a 10 speed trans. I live in a large city and 1/3 of my time I’m on the freeway. Purchased new and have had no problems.

My V8 for road trips and your truck would be perfect for my work, lots of short trips, loaded and towing. Thank you for the update 🏁🏁👍😊. I like the work models, I like that it has a key!!!

Thanks for the honest review Andre, you rock dude. My thoughts are, my Power Wagon on 35's gets 17-18 hwy, my old '14 GMC Sierra 1500 4x4 V8 got 21 hwy, your hybrid gets mid 20's, honestly it doesn't really matter. The difference in mpg is negligible no matter what brand you go with, they're all very close ( go figure ), and there's no free lunch. So anyways, unless you're driving a million miles a year it really doesn't matter. For my guys struggling on a budget about to cuss me out, I feel ya, I've been there, but I also wasn't even thinking about driving a newer truck, I drove old cheap junk back then. Cheers to all

Still my favorite truck on the show. My 2.7TT with the 6-speed doesn't get that MPG overall. It can get over 21 only when at low elevation on flat roads in Southern Georgia and the like. In WV and hills and turns, it's under 20.

Got 29 mpg in 2H with my recently purchased F150 Powerboost on a 15 mile trip. Also saw 6.3 pure electric miles on a 20 mile trip back from the dealer. Insane numbers. If this thing hits the reliability marker for me, I am getting another Ford next.

I’ve had a pile of issues with mine and still got few more that needs to be taken care of but as Efficiency yes best truck I’ve owned!!!

Thanks for the honesty.

I get 20 mpg on the highway with my Ram 1500 Hemi. Off the highway the mileage is awful. I'm not complaining, I knew this going into my purchase two years ago. I wasn't anticipating the price of gas to double though. I was paying about a dollar a liter here in Canada when I purchased it. I'm expecting two dollars a liter pretty soon. Currently, we're at about 1.75 per liter. Oh what fun.

informative video... thanks Andre 👍🏾

Can you imagine camping and then seeing Andrey pull up next to the spot near you ? At that moment you realize it’s going to be a great camping experience

Great content as always Andre. Thank you for an honest review of fuel economy on the hybrid F150. I was considering the hybrid, but will keep my 2015 F150 2WD with 2.7 ecoboost for now. 22-23 mpg at 75 mph with AC going.

Honestly, you would save more money just using 87 octane which is what the truck is designed to use. 91 octane is a waste especially at high altitudes.

Andre, On the previous Gen of F150 ('15-'20) there is a way to correct the fuel mileage estimate (lie-o-meter). The vehicle can be put in "engineering" mode and the correction can be made. There are many videos on RU-vid in reference to this. That being said, I have no idea if this applies to the current generation. Just a thought. Otherwise, great video as always.

Thanks for sharing. I think if I needed a truck I would get exactly the same.

Thank you Andre! Yeah it’s never consistent from truck to truck. My Ram 1500 Classic does about 23-25 mpg highway doing 70 mph on regular gas with the 5.7 on a good day. Of course it is a Tradesman quad with std mirrors, 2wd, 3.21 rear axle and a few mods including a tonneau cover, upgraded air intake, running boards, and push bar. It comes down to configuration.

My brother’s 2019 F-150 XLT 4x4 twin-turbo 3.5 ecoboost is scary quick but sucks up fuel like mad. 15.7 mpg. Imagine the fuel economy if the body weren’t aluminum. Getting mileage in the 20’s would be stellar.

I have a tiny Euro spec Toyota Hilux diesel. It uses the same amount of fuel as yours 26mpg UK gallons (20.8 mpg US gallons). So congratulations to you and Ford

I just bought one. Love it!

Interestingly, Tommy's commercials at the beginning of the video have been VERY informative! I've been saving many of these clips so I can remember to buy these quite handy truck accessories --- Keep using this beginning-of-vide- accessories information format --- I like it! Please do add a PRICE though (specify US Dollars and Canadian dollars too!) in a lower right hand corner caption! V

Great video’s Andre

Yes, please do not think the Powerboost will save you lots of money! (because I want demand to go down so I can get one to power off-road camp sites! Lol)

Dang for a full size pickup these are pretty good numbers. I'm still planning on getting a V8 since it's what I promised myself but this is a hard second look for sure. Maybe even this one in the end.

My 21 f-150 3.5 eco boost, get 9/10 mpg hauling 8500 pound camper. I’m happy

Andre, I'm surprised you didn't calculate the actual fuel economy, given that you filled up at the pump in the video. We all know how optimistic the vehicle computer is when showing estimated fuel economy.

Thanks for the one year review. I got my Powerboost last November, but I am concerned about having my catalyic converter stolen. Do you know of a good solotion for theft protecton of the catalyic converter?

Thanks for all your detailed videos on your channel. I’m wondering how your altitude affects your numbers? If you were driving at sea level in the same manners, you think you’d get any better fuel numbers?

Love! Your truck Andrea! But I'm getting the 5.0l with my xl!

Woah, not all can but I try not to go below 1/2 tank. I know it probably works out to be the same but I'd pass out if I saw 124 on a gas pump😵. I didn't know that they were still making hybrids that used premium. I knew early on in the 2010s that was used but I thought everyone moved over to regular because whats the savings when you have to use premium.

OUCHHH!!! That fill up was a killer!

I get 28 to 32mpgs on my 80 mile drive to work every day, all highway, and 80 miles home. This week I got 1,007.4 miles to my one 30.6gal tank.

That's what I get on my 2.7t f150, I do alot of highway driving on my commute.

Andrey over in Thornton? I live in the area haha. Rock on 🤘🏻 as always great content. Been a subscriber for years.

Was a little surprised that the mpg was that low. My 21 4x4 ecodiesel (got it the same time as you) w/ 3.91 rear is getting 22.4mpg and I drive over the speed limit. If I didn't idle the truck so much warming it up and on my lunch breaks I would be in the 24-25mpg range.

Thank You for this video. This is the truck I want to order. Do you have a link for all the videos just on this truck? Thank You again.

I have an 2018 F150 5.0 liter. I pulled a 6200 lbs trailer and cargo 854 mile highway trip and got 15.5 mpg on 87 octane as per the computer and as calculated. It was a 13 hour summer trip with hills and I never came close to overheating. On the way back with the empty 2400 lbs trailer I got 22.2 mpg.

Andre, spaciba for that long term update! I have an 18 F-150 3.5 ecoboost with 3:21 gear ratio, and I love this vehicle. I live in Wyoming, so it is all open road and small town driving. Mine usually get's 20.5 to 21.5 on the highway depending on wind and whether It's winter or summer gas. I usually get @ 19 around town. I was really interested in what you were getting, as my highway mileage is almost the same as you get. I never use premium, always 87 octane. I don't tow much, but the one time I drove to Longmont and picked up a 22' camper trailer, I only got @ 8mpg going back to Casper with the usual wind. So I have been wondering about upgrading to a new truck in the next year or two, but I can't see much advantage to the powerboost for me in terms of mileage and greater cost to have it. And I can't see any advantage to the new hybrid Toyota as far as mileage is concerned either. Again, spaciba for that long term update.

I would like to see theses test driving at 60-65 mph vs 70-75mph. Some trucks do better at 60mph and some at 70+. I had a 6.4L Power wagon that was better at 75 mph but my Tundra is best at 60-65mph.

I have a 2018 F-150 4x4 Lariat diesel. I average ~20 in the winter and ~26 in the summer in mixed driving.

I am not in need of a pickup anymore. However, I have a couple friends that just bought NEW F150s and neither bought the Hybrids because of $ and availability. 1 bought the 2.7 Liter and she adores it.(4x4) And the other bought the 3.5. (FX4) He has no feelings about it 1 way or another. Other than he needed a pick up truck. MPG between the 2 seems very comparable to each other. IF I were to need a work truck, I would lean towards what you have tho.

Bought a used 2wd crew 2019 5.0l STX f150 for under 36k with only 20k miles a few months ago. I get 24 mpg on highway with towing mirrors and about 20 mpg in town in eco mode with auto start stop turned off (I hate auto start-stop). Towing my 4k lb travel trailer I get 11.8 mpg on average. I was looking to order a powerboost but chip shortages had me shop used and I couldn’t pass up the deal I got on the 5.0l I’ve had no typical 5.0 issues oil level is steady, etc. only upgrade I did was a hellwig front sway bar so far and dealer installed OEM tow mirrors for me. I saved a lot of money not buying new and I don’t have to worry about new technology issues of the hybrid system.

I would like to see what mpg is with 33" tires.

Hey Andre, Ive been looking but can't find it. Which video covers the headlight bulb change you made. I have a 21 XL Powerboost and love it

Andre, I like your truck. It’s simple, but has everything you could really need and want in a truck. 21mpg seems solid for something that size. That’s an expensive fill up, but it’s getting that way for everyone and every vehicle. My suv has a 24.5 gallon tank and needs premium too. It’s not too cheap to fill. Even a half tank is still $55-60. Fortunately, I get 24mpg on the highway. It’s a 2015 MB ML350 and actually gets pretty good gas mileage for the power it makes. I’m always impressed with it, considering how quick it is and for weighing in at 5,000 pounds with just me inside and a full tank. I still think you’re doing pretty good with the F150.

would love to see the same hybrid tech built with the 2.7 ecoboost. Few will admit it but not everyone needs the full capability that the powerboost system currently offers. some would like to maximize range towing lighter and unloaded. also, i would have to assume that the 'generator mode' time would be increased with the 2.7 since its less output

That's pretty good for city driving. My 2021 Ford F-150 EcoBoost 3.5 not hybrid gets about 22 on the highway and 19 in the city.

I have a 2021 5.0 same setup. Mine says 21.3 average right now. I have 16,000 miles on it. Thats weekend driving in gravel hills and back and forth to work

I wonder what would be the price difference of this vs equally capable (real life range with towing) EV?

Curious why your using premium fuel?

Based on those numbers, it seems like a perfect choice for a city dweller. Even when I get on the highway here in Houston, it’s more like stop and go lol.

CA 91 is over $ 6. Thank you Green Goddess Gavin.

There are a load of benefits to the hybrid IMHO mileage, 7.2 kw inverter for campers, inverter to provide emergency backup power for home or cabin, inverter for tailgating or remote construction work also reduced emissions. I know manufactures usually have it on options sheet would be nice to see comparisons made of how many tones co2. Awesome videos 👍😀

Great video and very important information They only think that i think would be important to mention y the power because is not the same looking for a truck to be efficient on fuel but in this case is also very powerful, i think the only faster truck you have test is the TRX and that gets about 9mpg city, so in with this power train you don’t have to do to much concessions Power VS Efficiency.

I have almost the same truck but with the regular 3.5ecoboost I get like 17.5-18.5mpg that hybrids really cool but I got a good deal so I can’t complain

Hello Andre I am interested in this truck I am considering purchasing one soon(XLT) What tow packages did you order I see that they offer two Thanks keep up the great work

Going from a Tundra to a hybrid 150 or even a new tundra saves me close to $250 a mo. For the life of the loan approximately 10-12k gas savings. But spending 70k on a truck that saves you maybe 10k is not worth it in almost every scenario. Almost, meaning the lightning. Spending 60k on a lightning would save me close to 6k a year in gas, and 30k+ for the life of the loan. Plus sizable tax credits of near 10k in some cases, so potentially 40k saving in 5 years. For my local uses the lightning makes a lot of sense, just have to wait about 3 years for it to come in.

I like the power boost but I wish it came with the 5.0 and I would get it

My 2017 F-150 XLT FX4 with the 5.0 V8 got 21.7 real mpg on 2 round trips from upstate New York to Vero Beach Florida.

I have a question about the powerboost. I am about to purchase one and have read that Consumer Reports rated this as unreliable. Would you recommend and did you have any transmission or any other issues? Thank you in advance!

Filled up my Ram from near empty in so cal last week.....33 gal tank, $150 with regular gas

I have nearly 25k on mine w/10k towing across the country with a lighter 20’ camper. I have averaged 9.6mpg for those 10,048 miles. Hwy not pulling around 23 and around town sometimes over 30mpg, closer to 26mm v average. 87 octane, some 93 when I crossed mountains.

This truck is a puzzle wrapped up in an enigma. Like most trucks it does some things very well and somethings not so well. I was very excited when the truck came out, I thought it was the perfect vehicle. But my GMC gets the kind of gas mileage, in fact it’s a little better. I just love the idea of a generator pack in the back. What I don’t like the price.

I would like to see the same results for an F150 super cab with 8 foot box, 5.0 V8, 4x4 and heavy duty payload/trailer package?

I'd be interested if the Lincoln 3.0 Powerboost will find its way into the F-150/Explorer in the near future.

Sounds like a hybrid diesel would make the ultimate half ton truck.

I got 23mph with my 3.5 ecoboost on the highway to NC. I have the max tow package, 12,700 tow, and 2030 payload with my configuration.

26 in the city is fantastic! It would be well suited to city pickup and delivery or trade use

Being rated for 87 octane, what is making you use premium fuel?

Thanks for the common sense honest review. If you need the functionality, it makes sense for sure. But many people don't simply buy what they need. They buy what they want/like. Maybe to convey an image. Vehicle purchases are often about emotion. If I were to get the hybrid, and I probably would (a majority of my driving is in urban areas), it makes sense to get the 7.2kW inverter for as cheap as it is.

Would like to see some test at lower altitudes where most of the population lives to see the difference, thanks

I don't think most people know this but if you order your truck with the 6.5 bed the option for the power boost is only 3300 versus 45 with the 5.5 bed

You guys think that your gas is expensive! Here in Quebec you would pay about 200$ for 28 gallons! Thanks for your great content!

You guys need to let the car company know we want a V8 hybrid no turbo